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Oct 10, 2026

National Park Service begins removing over 500 trees from East Potomac Golf Links for Trump renovation

The National Park Service has started a new round of tree-cutting at the historic East Potomac Golf Links near the National Mall, with more than 500 trees slated for removal as part of the Trump administration's plan to renovate the course into a championship-level facility. The tree removal is proceeding amid ongoing federal litigation challenging the project.

Oct 10, 2026·6 sources
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Top claims

  • ▪Historic preservationists stated that tree-clearing operations at East Potomac Golf Links go beyond merely chopping down dying or damaged trees.
  • ▪Local residents express concern that converting the 106-year-old public East Potomac Golf Links into an upscale venue will increase player fees and reduce available public space.
  • ▪Converting East Potomac Golf Links into an elite venue undermines its public park mission

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Donald Trump

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